Fire Damage Mitigation Company Near You
Fire can cause serious damage to a house. However, there are many elements of fire, such as soot and smoke, that are just as destructive. The smell of smoke can overwhelm building materials and personal belongings, while smoke soot can seriously damage walls that weren't burned by flames. A fire can have extreme and catastrophic both to your family and your house. When your cherished possessions are damaged, it can be devastating. At Paul Davis, we understand. That's why our fire repair specialists are here to help. When an emergency strikes, every Paul Davis franchise offers 24/7 emergency smoke remediation services. The sooner you contact us, the better- we'll be able to lessen costly fire and smoke damage to your home.Fire Damage Can Be Cleaned Up
Smoke damage can occur without a major fire breaking out in your house. If you don't start cleaning immediately, closed fireplace flues and small-scale kitchen fires can cause discoloration and strong odors. It's best that you address the problem immediately. Otherwise smoke will seep into the walls, carpets and furniture. Here are a few ways to move fast and cleanup any smoke damage:- To stop spreading smoke, shut off your AC.
- To fan out smokey air, put large fans by open windows and doors.
- When vacuuming soot and ash, hold the nozzle right above the soot to suck it up. Pressing down on the soot could cause stains.
- Use a rag to clean hard surfaces.
- Use a dry sponge to wipe away soot from walls and ceilings, while using a vinegary spray to get rid of stains.
- Clean any item that has been affected, such as light bulbs.
- Dry clean or deep wash any clothing or curtains that were affected.
- Deodorize window coverings and carpets. We suggest that you use odor counteractants.
The Fire Restoration Process
Does your house have smoke damage? Let the professionals handle it. At Paul Davis, we offer all-encompassing fire repair services. These include:- 24/7 emergency services- onsite and assisting you within hours.
- Prompt damage evaluation, pretesting and estimates.
- Emergency board-up and structural stabilization.
- Environmentally friendly methods for clearing soot and other residue from fire damage.
- Smoke odor removal, sanitation and air purification.
- Careful removal and securing of damaged household goods, personal possessions and other contents for cleaning and restoration.
- Industrial grade water extractors, dehumidifiers, air movers and other equipment used to efficiently remove water resulting from fire extinguishing efforts.
- Reconstruction of the affected areas.
- Disinfectants and antimicrobials used to prevent mold and mildew.
